Necktie Knot

ABSTRACT

The DJLowe Tie Knot is a method of tying the necktie in a 21 st  Century conventional style that gives the effect of a miniature necktie. The overall length of the three visible tie faces range from 3.0-4.5 inches, however, these dimensions can run greater or smaller (+/−). The three parts that make up the knot are called: The Primary Tie Face, the Secondary Tie Face and the Horizontal Tie Face. The completion of the knot will result in all three faces being equal in dimension, or may have a (+/−) tolerance in the finished product of the DJLowe Tie knot. The knot can be tied by using a regular standard necktie, or is available in the pre-assemble wardrobe finish. See diagram for details.

WORDS AND PHRASES USED IN THE NOMENCLATURE CONTEXT OF THE DJLOWE TIEKNOT

Intersection Point—The crossing point where the knot begins

Primary Tie Face—The broad working end of the neck tie

Secondary Tie Face—The narrow non-working end of the neck tie

Horizontal Tie Face—A small section above the primary tie face that ishorizontal

Tie Arch—The Tie fabric that lies around the neck area

Neck Area—Encircles the collar, (Z) left shoulder collar area, (Y) backcenter point of the collar and (X) right shoulder collar area

Right Column—The tie section that lies above the Intersection point onthe primary tie face

Left Column—The tie section that lies above the Intersection point onthe secondary tie face

DIRECTIONS FOR CREATING THE DJLOWE KNOT

FIG. 1: Secure all primary buttons on the front of the shirt, excludingthe collar buttons. Place shirt collar in an upward position. Place theextended necktie around the neck and allow the Primary Tie Face to crossover the Secondary Tie Face as seen in FIG. 1. Adjust the Primary TieFace in a 2:1 ratio from the Intersection Point to the chin or neck.

FIG. 2: Clamp the Intersection Point with index and thumb fingers. MovePrimary Tie Face behind the Intersection Point upward and through theopening of the two columns, facing upward and in line with chin.

FIG. 3: Move the Primary Tie Face downward and rotate around the firstcolumn on the Intersection Point.

FIG. 4: Form a cylindrical curvature around the second column in a 360degree rotation pattern.

FIG. 5: Wrap the Primary Tie Face individually around the two columnsseparately at the Intersection Point.

FIG. 6: Hold the Intersection Point in place with the same hand, andwrap Primary Tie Face with the other hand in one sweep, from one side tothe other forming the Horizontal Tie Face.

FIG. 7: Reposition the hand in a cup-form to allow for easy movements,and hold Primary Tie Face, and pull inward and upward behind theIntersection Point.

FIG. 8: Pull down the Primary Tie Face between the Horizontal Tie Faceand the Intersection Point until slightly tightened. Make minoradjustments as desired.

FIG. 9: Adjust the knot to specifications: At this point, the PrimaryTie Face should be adjusted between 3.0-4.5 inches in length. TheSecondary Tie Face should be between 3.0-4.5 inches in length, measuringfrom the lower tip of the Primary Tie Face to the lower tip of theSecondary Tie Face. The Horizontal tie face should range between 3.0-4.5inches in width.

FIG. 10: Hold the DJLowe Tie Knot with a cupped hand towards the frontof the neck. Use the other hand to pull and hold the tie from the backof the neck (Y point), allowing the DJLowe Tie Knot to fit into thecollar area securely.

FIG. 11: Hold Tie Arch firmly while keeping the knot in place. Clamp TieArch with thumb and index fingers at positions Z or X. Fold excessiveTie Arch fabric in the opposite direction around collar.

FIG. 12: Finally, fold the shirt or blouse collar down into position.The knot is complete at this point. The three surfaces that are uniquelyvisible to the DJLowe Tie Knot are The Primary Tie Face, Secondary TieFace and the Horizontal Tie Face.

The Knot is complete at this point as seen in FIG. 12 Minor adjustmentscan be made for personal preference. If desired, accessories such as atie pin or broach can be used on the Primary Tie Face of the DJLowe TieKnot.

The DJLowe Tie Knot

1. The DJLowe Tie Knot promotes safety, health, infection controlawareness, a new elegant brand for the 21^(st) century and beyond. Thisclassic contemporary design allows tie wearers to revisit the old storedaway tie bins or closet racks, and transform the traditional tie knotsand ties into a contemporary finished design called the DJLowe Tie Knot.The objective of the knot is to reduce or shorten the length of thePrimary Tie Face and the Secondary Tie Face to significantly shorterdimensions. The knot remains visible allowing the Secondary Tie Face toproject from behind the Primary Tie Face having the same and equalmeasurements. Together all three faces are visible, and form acontemporary elegant showcase. This unique, short and savvy necktie Knotfeatures the visible faces of the tie in a miniature form. The visibleportions displayed are the two ends of the necktie, and the HorizontalTies Face. The Horizontal Ties Face is a cross section found above theupper end of the Primary Tie Face. The Horizontal Tie Face is alsoproportional to the other two component measurements in width, whichrange from 3.0-4.5 inches (+/−) tolerance. However, these componentmeasurements can be adjusted for personal individual preference. TheDJLowe Tie Knot is also available as a separate assembled unit withspecial securing devices. The secret of the DJLowe Tie lies in thefinished look of the Knot, whether in the form of the separate assembledunit, or by making the knot from scratch. The Secondary Tie Face canhave an extended dimension that out measures the main tie face. Be awarethat tying the knot can ruin the necktie, however, this is more likelywith multiple usages and with the usage of fasteners such as tiepins,broaches etc. The necktie should be maneuvered delicately to achieve thedesired goal. However, the traditional standard necktie in Section Afacilitates multiple usage without having to cut or destroy the necktie.The DJLowe Ties Knot assemblies described in Section B (AlternativeVersions) are wardrobe finished, made for quick and easy installationand use. See section specifications and diagrams. The Section B(Alternative Versions) diagrams show the complete Classic Contemporarywardrobe tie design with two features: B-1 is designed with the use ofthe clip and adjuster mechanism; and B-2 is designed with the use of afabric elastic restraint. Both Tie Knots provide the ability to adjustthe neck size to fit wearer's neck and collar for quick and easyinstallation.